THE LLM (APPLIED LAW) ASEAN+6 LEGAL PRACTICE

The Master of Laws (Applied Law) in ASEAN+6 Legal Practice is designed to meet the needs of legal professionals engaged in cross-border practice between the 10-nation ASEAN group and the six nations that comprise the ASEAN+6 regional Free Trade Area (ASEAN, plus Australia-New Zealand, China, India, Japan and Korea), which is coming together in the new Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) .

It has been developed by The College of Law in collaboration with the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA).

WHY A MASTER OF LAWS (APPLIED LAW)?

Our experience in Australia has shown that employers and students alike are seeking further academic study in the form of real-world legal education, rather than a theoretical focus. Being able to apply what you learned today, tomorrow means your investment is paying off immediately.... [-]

The Melbourne Law Masters is a graduate law program of the highest quality, available to law and non-law graduates.

Melbourne Law School’s specialization in international tax law enables tax professionals, academics, and government officials from Australia or other countries to study international taxation in a global context, working side by side with colleagues from Australia and many other countries.

The international tax program is a globally recognized specialist tax qualification equipping graduates for the practice of taxation law in a rapidly changing economic world. The program is designed for those who plan careers in tax law, whether from Australia or internationally, in which international taxation will play a key role.... [-]

Master of Laws (External) Entry Requirements

The Master of Laws (LLM) is offered to students who have completed a professional law qualification such as a Bachelor of Laws, Juris Doctor or equivalent. Applicants from a non-English speaking background must achieve an IELTS score of at least 6.5, with no single band less than 6. Bond also accepts other English language tests including TOEFL iBT, CAE, and PTE.

Program Description

Bond Law has partnered with the Swiss International Law School (S.i.L.S.) to offer an online study option for the LLM with a specialization in International Commercial Law and Dispute Resolution.

The specialization has been designed for law students and career professionals from different cultural and legal backgrounds, who aim for a high-level career in an international law firm, multinational company or government organization. Its four 20 cps subjects apply state-of-the-art distance learning techniques to bridge the distance between students and their instructors, peers, and resources. Online classes of not more than 20 students are supervised by instructors based all over the world.... [-]

The LLM (Global Competition and Consumer Law) is one of only a few courses in the world, that covers every major aspect of the policy, law, economics and institutions in this field from multiple perspectives: government, practitioner, business, and enforcement. If you are looking to advance your expertise in the growing and challenging area of global competition and consumer law – whether as a private practitioner, corporate advisor, public policy-maker, regulator or enforcement agency official, or member of a non-governmental organization, then this course is for you. When you study with the Melbourne Law School, you will gain a qualification from the leading law school in Australia and Asia and the 8th best law school in the world*. You’ll learn from globally recognized academics from across the world who have held or hold leadership roles in private practice, competition and consumer authorities, intergovernmental organizations, and adjudicatory bodies, amongst others, in the competition and consumer law field. At Australia's #1 University, your online learning experience will be enriched by interaction with leading experts from across the world as well as regular real-time sessions where you hold discussions and share ideas and experiences with your academic instructors and fellow students. Students taking the course from overseas are not required to have an international student visa.... [-]

The Melbourne Law Masters is a graduate law program of the highest quality, available to law and non-law graduates.

The specialization in public and international law brings together constitutional, administrative and public international law in recognition of the increasing interdependence of international and domestic law. An extraordinary range of subjects across the entire field of public law offers students access to the latest developments in theory and practice in Australia and elsewhere. The program will appeal both to practitioners and to scholars with backgrounds or interests in government, international institutions, not-for-profit organizations, business/government relations and international development. Students may specialize in international law, Australian public law or comparative public law, or may choose a range of subjects from across different areas to suit their own interests and needs. ... [-]

The Melbourne Law Masters is a graduate law program of the highest quality, available to law and non-law graduates.

Melbourne Law School's extensive subject offerings in the commercial law allows students to tailor a program to complement their professional expertise and career pathway. Lawyers and other professionals will deepen their understanding of many aspects of commercial law from both a domestic and international perspective. Subjects are available in areas as diverse as finance, competition law, dispute resolution, tax, intellectual property, construction and energy and resources law. The quality of the commercial law specialization is enhanced by the suite of subjects dealing with the core questions of private law that lie at the heart of the commercial law.... [-]

The Melbourne Law Masters is a graduate law program of the highest quality, available to law and non-law graduates.

The specialization in banking and finance law is designed to provide students, practitioners and other professionals with a sophisticated understanding of the legal and regulatory framework for the Australian and international financial sector. Most subjects have a practical focus. Subject choice includes banking (eg lending and banking products), funds management, finance transactions, superannuation, financial services and capital markets.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Banking and Finance Law will:

Have an advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in the field of banking and finance law, including: the legal and regulatory architecture of the Australian and international financial sector across a range of subject areas; key legal issues governing relationships between financial services providers and their customers, and the theory and practice of prudential and market integrity/consumer protection regulation of financial services; and the impact of globalization, e-commerce, and regulatory reform on the provision of financial services in Australia and internationally. Have expert, specialized cognitive and technical skills that equip them to independently: analyze, critically reflect on and synthesize complex information, concepts and theories in the field of banking and finance law; research and apply such information, concepts and theories to the relevant body of knowledge and practice; and interpret and transmit their knowledge, skills, and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences. Apply their knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, expert judgment, adaptability and responsibility as a... [-]

Melbourne Law School’s Master of Laws (LLM) is a graduate degree in law of the highest quality, with one of the largest subject ranges in the world. More than 175 subjects are offered in 2017.

Students enrolled in the LLM can choose from all subjects available in the Melbourne Law Masters, allowing them to tailor the degree to suit their professional aspirations and personal interests. Students may also choose to undertake the Master of Laws as a combination of coursework and a minor thesis.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Laws will:

Have advanced and integrated understanding of the complex body of knowledge in selected areas of law Have expert, specialized cognitive and technical skills that equip them to independently: analyze, critically reflect on and synthesize complex information, concepts and theories in selected areas of law research and apply such information, concepts and theories to the relevant body of knowledge and practice and interpret and transmit their knowledge, skills, and ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences Apply their knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, expert judgment, adaptability and responsibility as a practitioner and learner in selected areas of law. Subject Timing and Format All subjects are taught in an interactive seminar style. Around 90% of subjects are offered on an intensive basis. Semester-length subjects are offered throughout the semester. Class sizes normally range from 20 to 30 students. All subjects have a quota. This ensures class sizes are suitable to provide an optimal learning environment. ... [-]

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The Master of Laws (by Research) is offered to those with a professional law qualification (Bachelor of Laws, Juris Doctor or equivalent). Applications are required to have at least 65 percent average and/or extensive professional experience.

An applicant may be required to satisfy the Dean that they have the appropriate level of research skills to write a thesis of up to 50,000 words.

Admission is on the basis of an approved research proposal and availability of appropriate supervision.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Master of Laws (by Research) program can be completed via a 50,000-word research thesis. While the Faculty can offer supervision in most areas of law, it has particular strengths in:... [-]

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The Master of Laws program is offered to those with a professional law qualification (Bachelor of Laws, Juris Doctor or equivalent).

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Master of Laws is a postgraduate law qualification that provides maximum flexibility and choice with a wide range of specialist areas, meaning you can design your master’s degree to suit your area of interest and professional needs. Those looking to expand their knowledge in a particular area will benefit from investigating contemporary legal issues, from both international and local perspectives, while developing their legal research and writing skills.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

You must complete 8 subjects:Compulsory Law Subject (1)... [-]